1963 BMW 502 vs. 2013 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2013 GMC Acadia is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 BMW 502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 BMW 502 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Acadia (284 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1963 BMW 502. (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1963 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Acadia weights approximately 713 kg more than 1963 BMW 502. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 GMC Acadia is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 BMW 502. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 GMC Acadia will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 BMW 502. (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 BMW 502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 BMW 502 | 2013 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 502 | Acadia |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 284 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 2203 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5101 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2003 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1846 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 83 L |
